Hip Autumn Home Decor

Spice up your home decor with warm, Autumn hues. The designers at Design Style Guide are busy creating everything from ottomans to tablecloths to compliment a glowing fire in the fireplace and ruddy leaves drifting down outside your window.



This gorgeous contemporary ottoman from Observatory Place has an aspen base and a plushy cushion covered in orange corduroy and brown hemp. Perfect for putting your feet up by the fire.


Accent pillows are a good way to welcome the new season. This patchwork pillow by Flying Needle Gallery measures 16"x16" and is made from luxurious, hand woven Thai silk.

While you can't wrap up in this fine art quilt by Uncommon Cloth, gazing at it on your wall will certainly inspire thoughtfulness and reflection.


Autumn Mood from Point of View Photographic Art certainly brings the outside in vis-a-vis this macro photography print.


Nothing says warm and welcoming like a floral wreath. The Autumn Sunset Wreath from Southern Floral Girl....the name says it all.

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Today is so historic!

I had a completely different post ready to place on our blog today but decided to change the subject in view of the historical event due to take place today in America!

The inauguration of the new President of America, Barack Obama. I can't remember the last time there was so much interest, worldwide. Here in the UK we have been avidly watching and following the events leading up to this auspicious day.

In recognition of the importance of this day I know you will forgive me for jumping on the bandwagon by posting pictures from our members to celebrate!

Obama Fabric Art Photo 14 1/4 x 18 1/2 Traveling to Houston's Intl Quilt Market/Fest
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DianasArtQuilts

COMMEMORATIVE POSTER 2008 ELECTION - BARACK OBABMA DEMOCRATIC FUN - Fine Art Print Signed and Dated

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CitrusTree

5x7 High Gloss Bordered Print - CHANGE

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NEWYORKNANCY

The Political Satire Wall Mirror
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avecdieu

Inauguration cup - handthrown stoneware
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Dovecotedesign

I am sure I can convey the feelings of many, many folk from across the world.... best wishes for a wonderful day. May it bring new hope at such troubling times.

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Imagine

Imagine. "To form a mental image." The word comes from Latin imaginari which is from imago or image.

The holidays are a time for imagination; and visual imagery is an important aspect of imagination. From the visions of sugar plums, to the decorations in every home, the festive sights and sounds are everywhere. People are busy rushing here and there; some even frantically trying to finish every last detail to create this impression of wonder.

Since the image is the base of imagination I thought this months posting would be a quieter reflection of images from the Design Style Guide photographers. Take some time out of your busy day for quiet reflection and let your imagination drift around the globe through the images of the many talented photographers on Design Style Guide

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Fine Art Photography

I graduated from college more than 10 years ago with my degree in photography. I never wanted to photograph weddings or do portraiture and I was too timid to pursue photography as a fine art - so I turned to a life of clockmaking. Every now and then I feel a little wistful about my decision and I go back through all of my accumulated prints and slides. Today, instead of turning to my past to revisit my love of fine art photography, I decided to look through the Design Style Guide group's photography and find a few pieces that I most imagined decorating with. So, humor me, and take this little tour through the fine photography offered by some of the Design Style Guide's most inspired photographers. Delight in the range of composition, style and technique. Feel the emotional tug that can only be experienced when viewing something real and natural through another person's eyes.

From Ashton Photography + Design, a gorgeous low angle view of a wooden windmill with cherry blossoms in the foreground.


From Madrin Photography, an inspiring macro shot of a transformative insect on a pine bough.

How beautiful is this? Macro cactus shot from Thrive Style photography, a stunning lotus design courtesy of mother nature.

I love this technique from Linda Plaisted of Manymuses Studio. She uses it masterfully to place her subjects in the land of dreams.

I couldn't resist the jellies from Mystiqueisland. I imagine that having this on my wall would be a little like having my own private aquarium (minus the maintenance)!

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